How long does it usually take to successfully apply for a patent?

According to Article 34 of the Patent Law of People's Republic of China (PRC), it usually takes eighteen months for a patent application to be successful. After receiving an application for a patent for invention, the administrative department for patent in the State Council, after preliminary examination, substantive examination and other procedures, finds that it conforms to the provisions of this Law, and shall publish it after 18 months from the date of application.

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Article 34 of the Patent Law of People's Republic of China (PRC)

After receiving an application for a patent for invention, the administrative department for patent in the State Council, after preliminary examination, finds that it conforms to the provisions of this Law, and shall publish it immediately after 18 months from the date of application. The patent administration department of the State Council may publish its application at an early date upon the request of the applicant.